Atty. Janet A. George

Atty. Janet A. George

Janet A. George is Of Counsel at the Pacific Northwest family law firm McKinley Irvin, PLLC.

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Profile Summary

About Janet A. George at a glance

Janet A. George is a family law attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at McKinley Irvin. Educated at Seattle University (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Peer review rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell (2026). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Janet A. George is Of Counsel at the Pacific Northwest family law firm McKinley Irvin, PLLC. She has been practicing family law for over 35 years and is widely recognized as one of the top family law attorneys in Washington
  • Ms. George’s practice concentrates on complex, high asset and high income cases, including those involving property characterization, business valuations, and the distribution of multi-million dollar estates
  • She has represented high net worth individuals across different fields, including business owners, corporate executives, legal and medical professionals, and professional athletes
  • She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (since 1992), serving as President of the Washington AAML chapter from 1997-1999
  • Ms. George has maintained a peer review rating of “AV Preeminent” by Martindale Hubbell for the past 30 years and has served as an adjunct professor at the Seattle University School of Law

Practice Areas Explained

Janet A. George's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet A. George handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Janet A. George's law office located?
Janet A. George's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is McKinley Irvin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet A. George handle?
Janet A. George focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
Where did Janet A. George go to law school?
Janet A. George earned their education at (J.D., 1975).
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What awards or recognition has Janet A. George received?
Janet A. George's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Peer review rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell; Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Best Lawyers in America, 2011-2023; Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Washington Women Lawyers by Super Lawyers, 2017-2022.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Seattle University
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Peer review rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Best Lawyers in America, 2011-2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Washington Women Lawyers by Super Lawyers, 2017-2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washington Super Lawyer, 2003-2022
- 2026

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